Resin
had me hooked from the first outing even though our relationship has
had one or two bumps in the road, it being the more temperamental
character in this relationship! I still view it as early days in our
relationship, we have only been working side-by-side for a year or so.

The
beauty of resin is the possibilities. Although it was the prospect of
so many possibilities which hindered me in my decision making of style
of project. As I prepared for this project, I did not actually know what
type of project I would make, would it be a resin paper journal or some
form of wearable art, I could not decide. The designated stamps, the
latest Lynne Perrella Stamps, ultimately made my decision for me.
Studying the details made me realise how suited the stamps are for
bezels which would become part of a pendant.

In
the photos, you will see items (bezels, stamped images) which do not
appear on the completed project. I wanted to show the process as I
approached it, which meant I prepared items which I subsequently decided
not to work with. This is how I work all the time, a very fluid
approach. I am very relaxed about this as I never see it as time wasted
preparing those items because I can always save them for another
project.

ICE Resin was used in two ways on this pendant, to fill bezels and to create resin paper.

I
wanted the paper with the stamped images to retain opacity so I applied
ICE Resin Paper Sealer. If I had not applied it, the paper would
become transparent once the ICE Resin was applied and the stamped detail
would be lost.

This
project was an opportunity for me to have my first play with Iced
Enamels. You can see the comparisons with the bezels straight from the
package. I decided to add a layer of Ivory onto the Torched Copper
(square bezels). This was really a play session from beginning to end
because at no stage did I know for certain what my plan was.

The stamped images placed inside the bezels, ready for resin time!

Following
manufacturer's instructions is key to successful resin. If I have a
spell away from working with resin, I will refresh my memory of the do's
and don'ts. With
the mixing spoon, the resin is gently dribbled into bezels. A doming
effect can be created with ICE Resin which is so beautiful and the
clarity of the resin is exquisite.

Normally
I apply resin to full book pages, this time I tore pages to approximate
size I would require. It was only at this stage, I knew the direction
for incorporating resin paper into this pendant.

The resin is applied with a piece of household sponge, to both sides of the paper, ensuring resin soaks into paper fibres. Alongside
the vintage book pages, resin was also applied to more stamped pieces.
Some of the stamped pieces were first prepared with paper sealer Now.... time to step away from the resin. Be patient, allowing resin to dry/cure.

You
do not want to move filled bezels, the less you disturb them, the
better. I place a plastic container over the bezels, to avoid any
airborne dust particles floating into the resin. Ideally, you want to
leave everything in situ until dry/cured. If you have furry friends,
ensure they cannot get access to your working area.

Leaving everything overnight, when I returned the next day, the resin paper easily peeled off the craft sheet.

Look at the clear, shiny results with the doming effect of the ICE Resin on the bezels.

Gathering
various jewellery findings, I set about forming the pendant. I was
indecisive as to how I would bind the resin papers but as I was digging
through my vintage key collection, I happened to stumble across an
Idea-ology clip. There was my answer for binding. Applying enamel to
the clip allowed the appearance to be more cohesive to the rest of the
pendant.

Layered
on top of the paper bundles, front and rear, are two pieces of stamped
papers. Using paper sealer (left) with paper sealer applied randomly for
an interesting effect (right).

I
shied away from working with resin for the longest time, an unopened
package lay unloved for 2 years. What was holding me back... my own
self! If you have any inclination of experimenting with resin, dive on
in because I doubt if you will regret it. When incorporating stamping,
you can see how the exquisite details are magnified in the bezels by the
ICE Resin. When you consider that you can tint resin, work with
inclusions, incorporating all manner of interesting items, stamping onto
resin paper, working with fabric... the sky is the limit!

If
planning on working with bezels/frames, I suggest getting up close and
personal with your PaperArtsy stamp collection. View stamps with new
eyes, seeking out the smaller design details.

I
now wish I had continued this project further, making ear-rings or a
ring - something else to add to that lengthening To Do List!

Oh
this looks very addictive Lynne!! Thank you so much for sharing this
and I really think those Lynne Perrella stamps are the perfect choice
too! There is lots of amazing details!! I had no idea about the 'paper
sealer' product! That will be very useful indeed! ~Leandra

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Gorgeous Piece Lynne x thank you for sharing the step by step and tips along the way. I love LP stamps, in particular the new release stamps. I was lucky enough to see them in real life at Ally Pally and can't wait to use them

Lynne, such an amazing post and your necklace is fabulous, dear.The transformation of the bezels are unbelievable , so gorgeous, and your photos of papers and materials so wonderful. You surely don`t have to feel you need more training in creating beautiful pieces with resin. xx

What a great post! This is truly one to keep for all the tips and the wonderful result, which is so original and beautiful! Sorry I'm so late commenting. I've only just popped over and I'm so glad I made it! xx

Wow Lynne I have just about all the elements you have used for your beautiful creations lying around including Ice Resin. Why? Because I've always been afraid to have a go with it, lol! Really must take the bull by the horns and have a go.

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